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Reading Notes #586

It is time to share new reading notes. It is a habit I started a long time ago where I share a list of all the articles, blog posts, and books that catch my interest during the week.


If you think you may have interesting content, share it!

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~Frank

Reading Notes #524

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Good Monday, time to share my reading notes. Those are a curated list of all the articles, blog posts, podcast episodes, and books that caught my interest during the week and that I found interesting. It's a mix of the actuality and what I consumed.

You think you may have interesting content, share it!

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~frank


Reading Notes #513


Good Monday, it's time to share new readingnotes. Here is a list of all the articles, and blog posts, that catch my interest during the week. 

If you think you may have interesting content, share it!

The suggestion of the week

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~frank


Reading Notes #509


Good Monday, Already time to share new reading notes. Here is a list of all the articles, blog posts, and podcast episodes that catch my interest during the week.

If you think you may have interesting content, share it!

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Programming

Podcats

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~frank

Reading Notes #437


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  • 211: Failure To Launch (Merge Conflict) - Interesting conversation about when it's time to stop adding features and deploy. Finding a comfortable point could be difficult sometime.

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Reading Notes #358

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Reading Notes #324

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Eat That Frog!: 21 Great Ways to Stop Procrastinating and Get More Done in Less Time by [Tracy, Brian]Eat That Frog!: 21 Great Ways to Stop Procrastinating and Get More Done in Less Time

Author: Brian Tracy

A short book that pushes to action. I really enjoyed it. A book to read and read again.

ASIN: B01MYEM8SZ








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When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing (Daniel H. Pink)

A really amazing book packed of very interesting advice. Things that you kind of already knew, or at least had a feeling you maybe knew are clearly explained to you.

After reading (or listening) this book, you will know why, and you can decide to fight it or change the when... improve your performance and use your time and energy on something else.

ISBN: 0525589333






Reading Notes #273

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What did you say you are, an MVP?


A few years ago, I decided to put myself in a situation where I’d be in contact with more people. Of course, I got a lot of technical questions, but also, and more often than you may think, people ask me about my MVP title. What’s an MVP? What do you need to do to become one? What do you do when you are an MVP? What do you get as an MVP? You can always come see me and ask me; it would be a pleasure to speak with you. However, for those who want to stay in the shadows, or are not sure how to ask, I decided to write a blog post about it.


What is MVP?

MVP_Logo_Preferred_Cyan300_RGB_300ppiIn short, MVPs are Microsoft Most Valuable Professionals (MVPs). For more than twenty years, Microsoft has given that award to technology experts who passionately share their knowledge with the community. There are close to 4,000 MVPs around the globe specializing in approximately seventeen different categories. MVPs share their passion by writing blog posts, articles, and books, answering questions in forums, and giving presentations in community groups and events.

How I Became an MVP

Firstly, I didn’t do anything to become an MVP. I became an MVP because of what I was doing. And that’s how I think it should be approached.

I’ve always read a lot about new technologies and enjoy working on home “pet projects”. I find that the optimal way to learn is by doing whenever possible. Having real struggles with “features” are the best brain push-up you can get. Because things are changing quickly, and because I was playing with a large variety of technologies, I was keeping notes on my work. First, my notes were on a disk; then I put them online. From time to time, when someone would ask me a question at work, I would search through my notes. Although my online notes were public, the URL was purposely not a friendly one. Before long, co-workers started to ask me if they could have the URL to my notes and I knew it was time to take the first real step into the light.

I still remember clearly that talk I had with Dom, an "Eagle" (tech prime) at the office. I was shy but he told me to give it a try; some people were already liking what I was sharing, and after all, I was doing the work for myself anyways so why not share it with others? Since getting out of your comfort zone is a good way to learn, I decided to start my blog. And just to add a level of difficulty, I decided to do it in English since at the time I only knew French.

I started my blog, FrankysNotes.com, and changed all my funny avatars to my photo. Since starting my blog, I publish my reading notes every Monday. And exactly like the saying goes, “build it, and they will come.” The weeks passed and the number of weekly views on my blog grew from dozens to hundreds. Encouraged, I decided to publish the notes from one of my home projects. Immediately the number of views jumped. I was trying to write more, but it was a very long process since I was definitely not fluent in English. However, every time I published a post, I was really proud. Not only had I successfully finished a project and learned something new, I had also written a post that would help others learn too. At the same time, I joined the Canadian Windows Azure Community Experts group and participated in events.

Sharing my passion through presentations, blog posts, and meetups was enough for me to be welcomed into the big MVP family.

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What I’ve Been Up to Since Becoming an MVP

Having been recognized as an MVP didn’t change me. I’m still very nervous before a presentation or publishing a blog post. I continue to code late at night on personal projects. More than ever, I’m excited when after a long battle with a bug, I finally find the way to make everything work.
What is different is that I now have more opportunities. All those friends reaching out to me (and other times it’s me reaching out to them) to ask a quick question or invite me to join them at an event. It’s up to me to embrace those challenges, get out of my comfort zone and continue to share my passion and my journey through the technology I like so much. I’ve started a second blog, in French this time, called CloudenFrancais.com. I’ve also joined the MSDEVMTL (Cloud) community group in Montreal, Quebec, Canada as a co-admin and started a new community in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada called OttCloudTech.

Thank you for reading my blog posts and asking questions. Next time you have the chance, reach out to me, it would be terrific to finally meet you.
See you soon.


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Reading Notes #255

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Reading Notes #238

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  • Back to my core - In this post, Darrel shares the beginning of a new adventure... Congradulation to you and looking forward to reading again from you. Microsoft gained a really good developer.


Microsoft MVP Virtual Conference, one more day to go


MVPvConf 2015

Yesterday, was the first day of the #MVPvConf 2015. I already write about this event presented by MVP for everyone.

I really enjoy switching from one path to the other following the best fits of my interest. I even got some real though decisions to take because two sessions were at the same time! But wait; there is more!


Today it's Day 2, and many great presentations will by available.

Developer track with topics like: Roslyn Windows 10 ASP.NET Azure Cross-Platform...

IT Pro track with topics like: DevOps System Center Hyper-V Migration Office 365...

Consumer track with topics like: Pivot Table Data Windows 10 Cortana OneNote Security...

LATAM track with topics like: Power BI Exchange Enterprise Mobility Suite (EMS) Office 365...

Brazil track with topics like: Azure Active Directory Hybrid Cloud SQL Server...


Build your own agenda, and come join-us!




Reading Notes #184

CDxQRhpUIAAqBij[1]Last week, Microsoft released tones of news during the //Build 2015. The event was broadcast live, but if you are like me, you probably work during the day.... That smile because the conferences were recorded and are now available on Channel 9

You should definitely take a look and create your own schedule, but in all cases, you must watch the day's one Keynote
Enjoy!

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The first ever Microsoft MVP Virtual Conference

Did you eared about that great free event that Microsoft and the MVPs are putting on in May? On the 14th and 15th (yes two days!), join Microsoft MVPs from the Americas’ region as they share their knowledge and real-world expertise during a free event, the MVP Virtual Conference.

by MVPs, for everyone

MVPvConf
 

Gigantic event

The MVP Virtual Conference will showcase 95 sessions of content for IT Pros, Developers and Consumer experts designed to help you navigate life in a mobile-first, cloud-first world.  Microsoft’s Corporate Vice President of Developer Platform, Steve Guggenheimer, will be on hand to deliver the opening Key Note Address.
 

Still not sure if you will found what you are looking for?

The conference will have 5 tracks:
  • IT Pro English
  • Dev English
  • Consumer English
  • Portuguese mixed sessions
  • Spanish mixed sessions
There is something for everyone! Learn from the best and brightest MVPs in the tech world today and develop some great skills!

Join Me!

Be sure to register quickly to hold your spot and tell your friends & colleagues.

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The conference will be widely covered on social media, you can join the conversation by following @MVPAward and using the hashtag #MVPvConf.












Microsoft Azure MVP 2015

With April came the MVP nominations, and I'm very happy to receive the 2015 Microsoft Azure MVP award, and to join the great MVP's family.


I would like to thanks everyone who helps me to share my passion, push me to always move forward, stimulate me to get outside my comfort zone to meet other passionate around the globe. Be sure that this is only the beginning!

The Microsoft Most Valuable Professionals, or MVPs is an award that Microsoft gives to exceptional, independent community leaders who share their passion, technical expertise, and real-world knowledge of Microsoft products with others. It is part of Microsoft’s commitment to supporting and enriching technical communities.
To know more about the MVP program, or to know how you could become an MVP, visit Microsoft MVP website.


See you soon.

~ Frank B

Reading Notes #175

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  • Microsoft or Google? - This post shares some thoughts about a very common question that a lot of people are asking.

~Frank



Reading Notes #170

2015-01-15 19.08.05Suggestion of the week


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  • Data Pipeline Guidance (patterns & practices) - Interesting project using Azure Eventhub's best practices in an IoT context.

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  • Removing Distractions - Interesting post where the author share is experience while trying to be less connected.

~Frank B.


Reading Notes #163

image from Microsoft Connect (on Channel9)Suggestion of the week


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  • .NET Core is Open Source - Get a better understanding of what is .net Core and the meaning / purpose of the open source announce.
  • The Roadmap for WPF - This post gives all the details about what is coming next for Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF).

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~Frank